Monpa Hand-Painted Tribal Art Tongue Drum with Sticks
₹3,299
Hand-hammered from mild steel in West Kameng, this Monpa tribal tongue drum resonates with the frequency of the Himalayan wind. It features intricate, hand-painted mandalas and floral motifs using natural mineral pigments. Playing this sacred instrument releases centuries of mountain memory and prayers into the air.
Material
Mild steel and natural pigments
Origin
West Kameng District
Availability
In Stock
In the bamboo groves of West Kameng, Monpa masters craft this sacred tongue drum from select mild steel, hand-hammering and tuning each tongue to resonate with the Himalayan wind.
In the bamboo groves of West Kameng, Monpa masters craft this sacred tongue drum from select mild steel, hand-hammering and tuning each tongue to resonate with the Himalayan wind.
A Monpa woman artist adorns the drum with intricate tribal motifs—swirling mandalas, geometric sunbursts, and flowing vines—using natural mineral and plant pigments gathered above the snowline.
Tapping this drum with the included beaters releases centuries of mountain memory. Blending art and sound, this instrument from the West Kameng District carries the prayers of a people deeply connected to their ancient heritage.
Arunachal Pradesh Artisans
Living craft traditions carried forward by tribal communities
Kraft Treasure curates from community makers and artisan families across Arunachal Pradesh so each release stays rooted in regional material culture, ritual references, and hand-finished character.
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